Kathryn DuBray is the Executive Director of Anniston Academy and serves on the Board of Directors of Coalesce Social Services, Inc.. She brings extensive experience across state government, clinical practice, and nonprofit and for-profit leadership, with a career dedicated to improving systems of care for children, families, and underserved communities.

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Kathryn has worked closely with state and local government agencies, contributing to policy development, program implementation, and compliance efforts within publicly funded health and human services systems. Her background includes navigating complex regulatory environments, managing public-private partnerships, and aligning service delivery with state and federal requirements.

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As a licensed clinician Kathryn has direct experience providing and overseeing behavioral health services across clinical, educational, and community-based settings. Her clinical foundation informs her leadership approach, ensuring that organizational decisions remain grounded in ethical practice, evidence-based care, and the real-world needs of children and families.

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In addition to her clinical work, Kathryn has held leadership roles in both nonprofit and for-profit organizations, overseeing operations, finance, staffing, compliance, and strategic growth. Her experience spans organizational start-up, program development, fiscal stewardship, and systems-level problem solving across healthcare, education, and social services.

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Kathryn holds a Doctorate in Social Work from the University of Southern California. She earned both her Master’s and Bachelor’s degrees from Tennessee Technological University. She also holds a Healthcare Management Certification from Yale University and a Nonprofit Management Certification from the Harvard Kennedy School.

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Through her work, Kathryn is committed to building accountable, ethical, and sustainable organizations that bridge clinical expertise, educational innovation, and community-centered leadership.

Dr. Patrick McClellan is a retired Sergeant Major of the United States Marine Corps with a distinguished military career spanning more than two decades. He completed eight deployments, including four combat deployments, and served in a wide range of leadership and operational roles requiring strategic judgment, cross-cultural coordination, and high-stakes decision-making.

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Among his assignments, Dr. McClellan served as Detachment Commander for U.S. Embassies in Lisbon, Portugal, and Caracas, Venezuela, where he was responsible for security operations, interagency coordination, and diplomatic mission support. He also worked in military recruiting, contributing to workforce development, talent assessment, and leadership cultivation within the Marine Corps.

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Following his military service, Dr. McClellan transitioned into the field of social work and public service. He holds a Doctorate in Social Work and Master's in Law from the University of Southern California and an Executive Leadership Certificate in Public Policy from the Harvard Kennedy School. His academic and professional background reflects a commitment to bridging operational leadership with evidence-based policy and practice.

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Dr. McClellan is deeply passionate about leveraging data-driven strategies to improve individual and community outcomes, with a particular focus on addressing the Social Determinants of Health in ways that reduce fragmentation across systems and promote coordinated, real-world solutions. He brings a systems-level perspective informed by both military leadership and social work practice.

Pamela Spikes brings a diverse professional background spanning higher education administration, insurance services, and community-based youth programming. Her experience reflects a strong foundation in organizational operations, client support, and compliance-oriented work across both public-facing and service-driven environments.

Pamela has worked in administrative roles within higher education, where she supported institutional processes, coordinated communications, and contributed to the efficient functioning of academic programs. Her work in these settings required attention to detail, confidentiality, and an understanding of complex organizational systems.

In addition, Pamela has professional experience as an insurance agent, providing guidance to individuals and families navigating coverage options and risk management. This background contributes valuable insight into insurance processes, documentation, and client-centered problem solving. She is also a commissioned notary, bringing an added layer of expertise in document verification, procedural accuracy, and ethical standards.

Pamela has also worked with a youth academic program focused on inclusive performing arts, serving underserved and special needs youth through camps, after-school programs, summer programming, and enrichment opportunities. In this role, she supported programming that emphasized accessibility, creativity, and meaningful inclusion for young people of diverse abilities and backgrounds.

Across all of her work, Pamela is committed to supporting organizations that promote equity, access, and positive developmental outcomes for youth and families. She brings a thoughtful, service-oriented perspective to the Board and a deep appreciation for programs that center inclusion and community impact.